Dale T Hylton

Consultant managing comprehensive training programs for individuals, corporations, and government agencies to build and enhance their unmanned aircraft (drone) operations. I lead a nationwide team of skilled instructors and consultants, all with extensive backgrounds in both manned and unmanned aviation. Together, we deliver tailored solutions that elevate safety, efficiency, and compliance in drone programs across multiple sectors. I also identify and develop new strategic partnerships with manufacturers, businesses, and government organizations, driving growth and expanding access to high-quality drone education and operational support. Deep expertise in both manned and unmanned flight, with a focus on specialized drone applications including aerial mapping and modeling, infrastructure inspections, public safety, broadcast media, and security. Skilled in authoring detailed operational documentation, including flight procedures, waivers, and airspace authorization requests, ensuring clients meet regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Passionate about advancing drone integration across industries, I combine technical knowledge with real-world aviation experience to help organizations unlock the full potential of unmanned systems.

As Senior Tech Geek I supported my customers with a variety of Network and Desktop Support. I support Small Business IT, programming support with E-Commerce, and other web based programming including PHP, HTML, CSS. I offer remote support for those who need some technical support without a visit helping to reduce support costs for my customers. www.nwtechgeek.com

I spent five years as a consultant working directly with Quantum-Systems, training dealers across the United States on their VTOL platforms and helping them understand how to use the technology to its full potential. That work gave me a front-row seat to how powerful fixed-wing VTOL systems can be when they’re deployed correctly—longer range, greater efficiency, and data quality that standard multirotors just can’t touch.

Directed communications and deliverables for domestic trade show, marketing, event, and training initiatives with up to 175K+ attendees and booths up to 2500 SF. Role required multimillion dollar budget management, event execution, vendor management, scheduling, hiring, approval processes, and personnel management of 25+ employees. Managed the full scope of brand positioning, graphic design, trade-show architecture, and supporting communication. ⇨ Achieved initiatives within budgets up to $500K by developing tracking tools and outlining roadmaps for success in driving the vision, strategic goals, objectives, and action plans within resources and timelines. ⇨ Positioned the organization as #2 in the industry by presenting the customer-centric/consumer start-up drone manufacturer’s products at 14 major tradeshows in the electronics, drone, and other industries. ⇨ Grew the dealer base from zero to 100+ dealers with sales of over $12M in one year and strengthened customer loyalty by establishing a dealer support system to place orders, returns, and address other marketing needs. ⇨ Enhanced employee integration of staff through spearheading creation of training programs for new staff and dealers to develop the necessary knowledge to sell products in various industries by highlighting commercial uses.

Directed an 8-person team focused on growing drone sales, margin, and brand awareness of the Unmanned Aerial System while managing the operations and the trade-show program. Successfully managed over 5 annual shows from initial kick-off through execution with full budget oversight of $200K. ⇨ Built a team of customer service and inside sales agents in an emerging drone marketplace, consulting on methods to discuss new products and/or services at events, manage distribution channels, and steer sales programs to attract and retain clients. ⇨ Spearhead design/concept execution for all events to ensure executive messaging, secure keynote speakers, organize marketing materials/logistics, and navigate connecting hundreds of international/domestic attendees. ⇨ Pushed projects through the pipeline while owning the corporate brand and cohesively maximizing its voice and recognition in all aspects of the trade show program. ⇨ Stretched resources by selecting competitive vendors and liaising between staff, vendors, and executive management to resolve potential roadblocks proactively.

Enhanced the competitive positioning of the organization by identifying, developing, and fostering a company focused on healthy, sustainable and renewable construction techniques in the residential marketplace. ⇨ Delivered cost effective solutions as the project manager, sourcing materials and recruiting skilled contractors. ⇨ Led marketing and sales teams to constantly drive new sources of revenue via social media, tradeshows, and local events increasing overall project pipeline. ⇨ Managed the full scope of production planning, scheduling, and coordinating billing and payroll preparation for over 200 contractors and vendors. ⇨ Acted as a point of resolution and “go to,” managing communication, coordinating multiple team schedules, reviewing work in progress, and ensuring deliverables within deadlines and timelines.

I managed all aspects of Construction and implementation of new shows for the 5th Avenue Theatre both locally and nationally. Supervision of multi-million dollar production builds Supervision of multiple capital construction projects, including two office moves. Instrumental in Earthquake Emergency Planning after 2001 earthquake.

Assisted on all aspects of Construction and implementation of new shows. AutoCAD drafting and show logistics a primary functions. I started at technical assistant and end as Assistant Technical Director. The Company also changed names from The Washington Opera to The Washington National Opera.

Currently enrolled to get my ATA in Construction Management.